August 25th, 2017
Somewhere in Nicaragua
Hey everyone and welcome to the Friday surf report. As you can see we had a super small surf day here at the Nicaraguan Pipeline. Funny thing is, that this was the furthest thing from that iconic title we are normally known for. Needless to say, I thought it would be fun to wade out in the shallow low tide knee-high onshore mush drainers and see what I could get with the water house.
Who loves to surf whether it’s kegging 8ft + macking barrels or even 1-2 foot onshore slop..? THIS GUY!!!
and yes, Kevin kills in every department in-between all those sizes. Check that 1 foot layback snap. Super SICK, especially considering there’s 0.05 % power from that wave!!
Another stand out (considering the trying conditions) today was Koji. What’s so rad about Koji surfing these waves is they’re chest to head high for him, but don’t let that fool you. His dad rips!! and Koji and his little bother are usually out in what we adults call chest to head high sometimes even over head surf, with him coaching them. Wait til this grom grows into his full adult size flip flop potential… he’s gonna be ripping just like his papa, maybe even better?? I’m sure Brett would love to see that, wouldn’t ya?!?
I could literally count everyone out today on 1 hand. Not a bad day for the crowd factor, but that’s because it was low tide, onshore, and XS. That being said, those who decided to take on the challenging little waves this morning looked like they were having fun, like this guy here.
Kevin has no bad sides. “Bad sides”, being a photography term for talent in front of the lens who usually have a preferred side that shoots the best. Here’s Kev’s left side…
and here’s Kev’s right side…
with a little follow through to show you…
… when he surfs you usually get to see all sides of his surfing.
Lesther is another local who is not only photogenic in the water, but he makes it look pretty effortless also.
I do know and will share a little known Lesther fact with you all, and that is A.I. is one of his most inspirational Pro surfers.
Check out the power, that’s also cut in with some steezy laid back fluidity. Can you see the resemblance a little now? Keep in mind, these are 1 foot waves too!
Come to think of it, as much as I thought how grim it was out there, I’m starting to re-think that todays earlier water session actually looked pretty fun out there!
One Saffa bout to round off a crackahh on that little 2 foot lid, right before I got pounded in the sand (haha)!
OUTSIDE… Just Kidding! Not yet at least, but definitely earlier this coming week, we hope!
Koji, again! Check that hand/arm stall..! If he keeps at it, these Nica waves are going to fast forward this kids surfing level light years ahead other kids his age. I’ve personally seen this happen with many a grom from Nicaragua over the last 14 years I’ve been coming here.
Case in point, this is one of them lads; all grow’d up. Well he’s still growing I think, but you catch what I’m saying.
Lesther here, toys with a massive floater over this nearly dry-reef end section we call boneyards. Haha, ok, something about 1 foot waves makes me want to be a comedian I think.
In all seriousness though, today was small, today was onshore, and today wasn’t even that crowded (which is a good thing). But, look how much fun everyone was having.
That’s the finalé of my Friday surf report mi amigos! The forecast is saying we should be back to our offshore winds by tomorrow, hopefully! And we have some promising new swell set to start building tomorrow and getting better each day up to Tuesday (which is when it should peak in the 5-8ft range). Here’s to bigger and better tubos soon…! Adiós nos vemos mañana ~
RECENT REPORTS
Hell and Happy Tuesday, the swell filled in overnight and we had some pretty good waves come through. @tonyzphotos bringing you the mornings action.
Hello and Happy Monday, Were still waiting on that long period swell to show, but we do have a few fun waves when they come. @tonyzphotos reporting.
Hello and Happy Sunday, We had some rain last night and a little morning sickness earloy on, but the surf cleaned up a bit mid morning. Josh on the cover making the most of his day off. @tonyzphotos reporting.
FROM THE ARCHIVES
Hello amigos!! Welcome to the daily NSR surf report with Parker. Some waves filled in overnight so check out our shots!
Hello primos. We are almost passing the flat time of waves. The visitors are playing Golf, visit the center of the Country for know more about Nicaragua and hanging in the swimming pool because is a sunny day. The offshore wind is always good and the waves are super fun. Check it out.
Hola amigos, Lucha Libre Garcia here with a quick update for your Monday surf report. The waves were fun this morning, glassy conditions on the surface and the water was amazing. Check it out!!!